| Latin Name | Observation date | Location |
|---|---|---|
| Macroptilium lathyroides | September 13 2024 | Buket Alue Puteh, Aceh, Indonesia |
Macroptilium lathyroides which is also known by its local name in Indonesia as "luwu nuts" is one of the wild plants that attracts the attention of botanists and plant experts, yeah, this plant is known for its ability to adapt to various soil and climate conditions, Macroptilium lathyroides It has distinctive oval leaves and brightly colored flowers, making this plant a natural landscape beauty in the wilderness.
In some areas, this wild plant is often planted as a soil protector in oil palm, areca nut and other plantations. Farmers believe that this wild plant can fix nitrogen in the soil so that cultivated plants grow easily and are fertile. Macroptilium lathyroides plays an important role in increasing soil fertility. in turn supports the growth of cultivated plants, so if you have barren agricultural land then you can plant Macroptilium lathyroides to restore soil fertility.
In the past, in the historical records of ancient Chinese traditional medicine, it was noted that several communities used parts of this plant for various purposes, including as a tonic or medicine for several minor illnesses, such as fever and others, but if you want to try doing so then it is very It is important to consult with a herbal medicine expert before using this plant as a natural medicine. Even though this plant does not contain poison, mixing it with various other types of plants will produce some negative effects, so it is very important to consult with a health expert before you do anything.
| Camera used | smartphone |
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| Lens | Macro |
| Photography | Macroptilium lathyroides |
| Location | Buket Alue Puteh |
| Photographer | @lightofhope |
| Link to original | community |
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| Link | https://www.inaturalist.org/observations/241848798 |
| Latitude Longitude | Map | |
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| =5.080479 | =97.46383 | https://www.openstreetmap.org/?mlat=5.0804793232&mlon=97.4638302997 |